2008 Ford Explorer vs. 2002 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Chairman H. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 499 kg more than 2002 SsangYong Chairman H. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Explorer | 2002 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Explorer | Chairman H |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4013 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2910 mm |