2012 Nissan Maxima vs. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 31 kg more than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2004 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 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2012 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Nissan Maxima | 2004 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
Model | Maxima | Chairman H |
Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2910 mm |