2003 Daewoo Chairman vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daewoo Chairman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daewoo Chairman would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Chairman (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i40. (133 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 11 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Daewoo Chairman 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 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i40, 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 Daewoo Chairman (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i40. (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i40. 2003 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai i40 has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai i40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daewoo Chairman | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Daewoo | Hyundai |
Model | Chairman | i40 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 85.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |