1997 Ford Ranger vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ranger.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 W (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Ranger | 2011 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Ranger | Chairman W |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2507 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2970 mm |