2010 Kia Carnival vs. 2002 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2010 Kia Carnival is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 394 kg more than 2002 SsangYong Chairman H.
Because 2002 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 2002 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carnival, 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, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Carnival | 2002 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Carnival | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | 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 | 246 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |
