2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2009 SsangYong Chairman W were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Because 2009 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 2009 SsangYong Chairman W. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser, 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, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (157 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W has automatic transmission and 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser has manual transmission. 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2009 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Chrysler | SsangYong |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
