2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 441 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Chairman H.
Because 2007 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 2007 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito, 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 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Chairman H. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2007 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | Vito | Chairman H |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2151 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2910 mm |