2009 Lexus IS vs. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 128 kg more than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H.
Because 2009 Lexus IS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS 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, 1998 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus IS | 1998 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Lexus | SsangYong |
| Model | IS | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2910 mm |
