2010 SsangYong Chairman W vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2010 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 2010 SsangYong Chairman W. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
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2010 SsangYong Chairman W | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
Model | Chairman W | Golf |
Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 7-speed automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1495 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |