2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2001 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 353 kg more than 2001 SsangYong Chairman H.
Because 2001 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 2001 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, 2001 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sedona | 2001 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Sedona | Chairman H |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1990 kg | 1637 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 |