2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2000 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 7 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Chairman H. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 525 kg more than 2000 SsangYong Chairman H. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona, 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, 2007 Kia Sedona (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Chairman H. (210 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sedona | 2000 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Sedona | Chairman H |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2910 mm |