2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Chairman H.
Because 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Hyundai | SsangYong |
| Model | Santa Fe | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
