2005 Opel Agila vs. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2005 Opel Agila is newer by 1 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Opel Agila. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 520 kg more than 2005 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Opel Agila, 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, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H (211 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Agila. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Agila has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Agila 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:
| 2005 Opel Agila | 2004 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Agila | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2910 mm |
