2009 Kia Rio vs. 2000 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 9 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Chairman H (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 56 kg more than 2009 Kia Rio. 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, 2009 Kia Rio, 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, 2000 SsangYong Chairman H (210 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio. 2000 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 2000 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Rio | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
