2011 Kia Rondo vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2011 Kia Rondo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 SsangYong Chairman W. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 SsangYong Chairman W would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rondo. (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rondo.
Because 2009 SsangYong Chairman W 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 2009 SsangYong Chairman W. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rondo, 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, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rondo. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Kia Rondo | 2009 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Rondo | Chairman W |
Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |