1997 Ford Versailles vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Versailles. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Versailles would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1997 Ford Versailles. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Versailles.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Versailles. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Versailles. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Versailles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Versailles | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Versailles | Musso |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
