2002 Smart Roadster vs. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2002 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 745 kg more than 2002 Smart Roadster. 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, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart Roadster. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 2002 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2002 Smart Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Smart Roadster | 2008 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Smart | SsangYong |
Model | Roadster | Chairman H |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 2787 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 885 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2910 mm |