2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon vs. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 220 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon, 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. (211 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon has manual transmission. 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon | 2004 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | Sportwagon | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1355 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2910 mm |
