2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2002 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Chairman H. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 128 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5.
Because 2002 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 2002 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5, 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Chairman H. 2002 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 2001 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2001 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2002 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | C5 | Chairman H |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |