1997 Ford F-150 vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Musso is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2001 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (318 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Musso. 2001 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 1997 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-150 | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | F-150 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
