2012 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 SsangYong Chairman W. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 SsangYong Chairman W would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2010 SsangYong Chairman W 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 2010 SsangYong Chairman W. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | 2010 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Volkswagen | SsangYong |
| Model | Jetta | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4644 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1778 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1482 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2651 mm | 2970 mm |
