2000 Ford Contour vs. 2002 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Musso is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Contour would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 512 kg more than 2000 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Contour | 2002 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Contour | Musso |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |