2011 SsangYong Chairman W vs. 2013 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 SsangYong Chairman W. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 SsangYong Chairman W would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Eos.
Because 2011 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 2011 SsangYong Chairman W. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Eos, 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 SsangYong Chairman W (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 SsangYong Chairman W | 2013 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chairman W | Eos |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1495 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2578 mm |
