1997 SsangYong Chairman H vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 13 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 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 770 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ. 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, 2010 Toyota iQ, 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 (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 SsangYong Chairman H | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Chairman H | iQ |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2787 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2000 mm |
