2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Musso is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 371 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Mondeo | Musso |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 73 L |