1995 Ford Royale 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 Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Royale 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1995 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Royale.
Because 2003 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Royale. 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 (319 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Royale. 2003 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Royale has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Royale will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Royale | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Royale | Musso |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
