2004 Kia Sephia II vs. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sephia II would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sephia II.
Because 2010 SsangYong Chairman W 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 2010 SsangYong Chairman W. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sephia II, 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, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sephia II. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W has automatic transmission and 2004 Kia Sephia II has manual transmission. 2004 Kia Sephia II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Sephia II | 2010 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Sephia II | Chairman W |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2970 mm |