1996 Ford Tracer vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Tracer would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (118 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Ford Tracer. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Tracer.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Tracer | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Tracer | Musso |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
