1999 Ford Escort vs. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1999 Ford Escort. (131 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 513 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 2005 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 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Escort. (178 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Escort | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 318 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1637 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 |