1996 Ford Escort vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort 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 173 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort.
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, 1996 Ford Escort, 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 2009 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Escort | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1495 mm |
