1995 Ford Escort vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Musso is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 795 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 SsangYong Musso (317 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Escort | Musso |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
