1999 Ford Escort vs. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 1999 Ford Escort is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1999 Ford Escort. (131 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 506 kg more than 1999 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Escort. (178 Nm). This means 1997 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Escort | 1997 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Escort | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
