2012 Kia Cee'd vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 313 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Kia Cee'd | 2011 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Cee'd | Chairman H |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 2787 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |