1998 Ford Galaxy vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 118 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 187 kg more than 1998 Ford Galaxy.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Galaxy. 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 (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Galaxy. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Galaxy | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Galaxy | Musso |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
