2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 SsangYong Chairman H (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (92 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 533 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos, 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, 1998 SsangYong Chairman H (210 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 1998 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Daewoo | SsangYong |
| Model | Kalos | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2910 mm |
