1997 SsangYong Chairman H vs. 2002 Holden Barina
To start off, 2002 Holden Barina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2002 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 575 kg more than 2002 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Holden Barina, 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, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 SsangYong Chairman H | 2002 Holden Barina | |
| Make | SsangYong | Holden |
| Model | Chairman H | Barina |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1637 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2500 mm |
