2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 SsangYong Chairman W. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Chairman W. (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Chairman W. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W 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. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 2011 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Sorento | Chairman W |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
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 |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |