2012 Nissan Armada vs. 2008 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SsangYong Chairman W. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SsangYong Chairman W would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Chairman W. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Chairman W.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Armada | 2008 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Armada | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5600 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5276 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2014 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3129 mm | 2970 mm |
