1999 Chevrolet Metro vs. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Metro would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. (53 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 675 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Metro, 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, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. (79 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Metro has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Metro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Metro | 2005 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Metro | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2910 mm |
