2009 Nissan Altima vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Chairman W. (247 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Chairman W.
Because 2012 SsangYong Chairman W 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 2012 SsangYong Chairman W. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima, 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 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Chairman W. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Chairman W.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Altima | 2012 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Altima | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
