2012 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, both 2012 Ford Transit Connect and 2012 SsangYong Chairman W were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
Because 2012 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 2012 SsangYong Chairman W. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Transit Connect | 2012 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Transit Connect | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4587 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2014 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2911 mm | 3270 mm |
