2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2001 Ford TE-50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 164 kg more than 2001 Ford TE-50.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford TE-50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (307 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Musso. 2000 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford TE-50 has manual transmission. 2001 Ford TE-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Ford TE-50 | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | TE-50 | Musso |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |