2000 Ford Puma vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Musso is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Puma would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 631 kg more than 2000 Ford Puma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Puma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 SsangYong Musso (308 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma. 2001 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Puma has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Puma 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:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Puma | Musso |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 73 L |
