2011 Hyundai Getz vs. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H

To start off, 2011 Hyundai Getz is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 479 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Getz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 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 2008 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Getz, 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, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Getz. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai Getz has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai Getz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2011 Hyundai Getz 2008 SsangYong Chairman H
Make Hyundai SsangYong
Model Getz Chairman H
Year Released 2011 2008
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1341 cc 2787 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 81 HP 198 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 118 Nm 272 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1151 kg 1630 kg
Vehicle Length 3820 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2910 mm


 

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