2009 Citroen C8 vs. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8.
Because 2010 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 2010 SsangYong Chairman W. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C8, 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, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C8 | 2010 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | C8 | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
