2012 Fiat Fiorino vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2012 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 492 kg more than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Fiorino, 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 H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. (119 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Fiorino has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Fiorino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Fiat Fiorino | 2009 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Fiorino | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |
