2012 Cadillac CTS vs. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 111 kg more than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1998 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 2012 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2012 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Cadillac CTS | 1998 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
Model | CTS | Chairman H |
Year Released | 2012 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2910 mm |