2012 SsangYong Chairman W vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 SsangYong Chairman W. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Chairman W (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W has automatic transmission and 2009 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2009 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 SsangYong Chairman W | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
| Model | Chairman W | Korando |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1495 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
