2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Because 2009 SsangYong Chairman W 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 2009 SsangYong Chairman W. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar, 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, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W (343 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (325 Nm). This means 2009 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 2009 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Freestar | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
