2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 428 kg more than 2008 SsangYong Chairman H.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 SsangYong Chairman H. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Chairman H. (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Chairman H. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 2008 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Sorento | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2910 mm |
