1999 Ford Econoline vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline.
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, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 2009 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Econoline | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2970 mm |
