2012 Holden Caprice vs. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H

To start off, 2012 Holden Caprice is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Holden Caprice (278 HP) has 80 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Chairman H. (198 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Chairman H.

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, 2012 Holden Caprice (350 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Chairman H. (272 Nm). This means 2012 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Chairman H.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Holden Caprice 2003 SsangYong Chairman H
Make Holden SsangYong
Model Caprice Chairman H
Year Released 2012 2003
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 2787 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 278 HP 198 HP
Torque 350 Nm 272 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors


 

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