2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo, 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 H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2009 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Mondeo | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2910 mm |
