2006 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Because 2011 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 2011 SsangYong Chairman W. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento, 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 SsangYong Chairman W (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sorento | 2011 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Sorento | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
