1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Chairman H. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Chairman H.
Because 2007 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 2007 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo, 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Chairman H. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2007 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | Dardo | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
