2005 Kia Retona vs. 2000 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 240 kg more than 2000 SsangYong Chairman H.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 SsangYong Chairman H. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona. 2000 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Retona | 2000 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Retona | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2910 mm |
