1998 Ford Escort vs. 2000 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Chairman H (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1998 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 405 kg more than 1998 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2000 SsangYong Chairman H (210 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Escort. 2000 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Escort | 2000 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Escort | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1391 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |