2005 Ford Focus vs. 2000 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Chairman H (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 404 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 2000 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 2000 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, 2000 SsangYong Chairman H (210 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus. 2000 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. 2000 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2000 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Focus | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1575 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
