2003 SsangYong Chairman H vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2003 SsangYong Chairman H.
Because 2003 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 2003 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 SsangYong Chairman H | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Citroen |
| Model | Chairman H | C5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2820 mm |
