2002 Ford Focus vs. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 300 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus, 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, 2002 Ford Focus (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Chairman H. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 2003 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Focus | Chairman H |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |