2009 Lexus IS vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lexus IS would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus IS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus IS | 2011 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Lexus | SsangYong |
| Model | IS | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
