2000 Smart ForTwo vs. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 759 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 2000 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2000 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Smart ForTwo | 2006 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Smart | SsangYong |
Model | ForTwo | Chairman H |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 799 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2910 mm |