2009 SsangYong Chairman W vs. 2006 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Volvo XC90. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo XC90.
Because 2006 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 SsangYong Chairman W. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC90 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, 2006 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Chairman W. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Chairman W.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 SsangYong Chairman W | 2006 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volvo |
| Model | Chairman W | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1495 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
