2007 Fiat Idea vs. 2010 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Idea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Idea would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 480 kg more than 2007 Fiat Idea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Idea, 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, 2010 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Idea. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Idea. 2010 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Idea has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Idea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 2010 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Idea | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| 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 | 1150 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |
