2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 314 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.

Because 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H.

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2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 1997 SsangYong Chairman H
Make Chevrolet SsangYong
Model TrailBlazer Chairman H
Year Released 2009 1997
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4161 cc 2295 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 285 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 374 Nm 213 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 10.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 1575 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2910 mm