2011 SsangYong Actyon vs. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H

To start off, 2011 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 135 kg more than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H.

Because 1999 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 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Actyon, 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, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 2011 SsangYong Actyon has manual transmission. 2011 SsangYong Actyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2011 SsangYong Actyon 1999 SsangYong Chairman H
Make SsangYong SsangYong
Model Actyon Chairman H
Year Released 2011 1999
Body Type Crossover Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2300 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 209 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 214 Nm 318 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1772 kg 1637 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2910 mm