2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2002 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (144 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 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 607 kg more than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 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 (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo. 1999 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Mondeo | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Mondeo | Musso |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1283 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 73 L |
