1999 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Musso is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,012 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. 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, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (317 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Musso. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 2003 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 2003 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Mercury | SsangYong |
| Model | Mountaineer | Musso |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4012 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
