2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2008 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SsangYong Chairman W. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SsangYong Chairman W would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (119 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
Because 2008 SsangYong Chairman W is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 SsangYong Chairman W. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2008 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Nubira | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
