2009 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2010 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Chairman H. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 596 kg more than 2010 SsangYong Chairman H. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 SsangYong Chairman H. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Chairman H. (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2010 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Volkswagen | SsangYong |
| Model | Phaeton | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2233 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5059 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1903 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1901 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2881 mm | 2910 mm |
