2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (242 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 446 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Because 1999 SsangYong Chairman H 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 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey, 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 Honda Odyssey (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Odyssey | 1999 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Odyssey | Chairman H |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2910 mm |