2004 SsangYong Chairman H vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 261 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte.
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, 2011 Kia Forte, 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, 2011 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. (211 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Forte 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 2011 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2011 Kia Forte 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:
| 2004 SsangYong Chairman H | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | SsangYong | Kia |
| Model | Chairman H | Forte |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2649 mm |
