2001 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Thunderbird (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 Ford Thunderbird.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Thunderbird (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (210 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Thunderbird | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Thunderbird | Musso |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 73 L |
