2009 Mazda 6 vs. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (161 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 SsangYong Chairman H. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 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, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 6 | 2003 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | 6 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2910 mm |
