2007 SsangYong Chairman H vs. 2011 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Sonata (198 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Chairman H. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 141 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2007 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 2007 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Sonata, 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 Hyundai Sonata (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Chairman H | 2011 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | SsangYong | Hyundai |
| Model | Chairman H | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2794 mm |
