2010 Kia Rio vs. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 564 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Kia Rio | 2003 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Rio | Chairman H |
Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4249 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2910 mm |