1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, both 1999 Kia Sportage and 1999 SsangYong Chairman H were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1999 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 1999 Kia Sportage 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.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Sportage | 1999 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Sportage | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |