2009 Ford Focus vs. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 213 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Focus | 2005 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Focus | Chairman H |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
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 | 1362 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2910 mm |