2011 Saab 9-4X vs. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 9-4X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 9-4X (265 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. (198 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Chairman H.
Because 2005 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 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X, 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, 2011 Saab 9-4X (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Saab 9-4X | 2005 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Saab | SsangYong |
| Model | 9-4X | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6950 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4829 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2910 mm |
