2005 Ford Focus vs. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 SsangYong Chairman H (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 355 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1998 SsangYong Chairman H (210 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1998 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Focus | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1223 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |
