2012 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 164 kg more than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H.
Because 1999 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 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan, 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 Volkswagen Sharan (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Volkswagen Sharan | 1999 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Volkswagen | SsangYong |
Model | Sharan | Chairman H |
Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2787 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1904 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2919 mm | 2910 mm |