2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, both 2009 Kia Sportage and 2009 SsangYong Chairman W were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 SsangYong Chairman W. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2009 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Sportage | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
