2012 Porsche Boxster vs. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster 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 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. (198 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 295 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
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 Porsche Boxster (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster | 1998 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Porsche | SsangYong |
Model | Boxster | Chairman H |
Year Released | 2012 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2900 cc | 2787 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4371 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1293 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2416 mm | 2910 mm |