2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 507 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mondeo. 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 (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Mondeo | Musso |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.7 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 73 L |
