2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 370 kg more than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto, 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, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 2003 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Grande Punto | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |
