2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2000 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Chairman H (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 424 kg more than 2000 SsangYong Chairman H.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 SsangYong Chairman H. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Chairman H. (210 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2000 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Sorento | Chairman H |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1999 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2910 mm |