2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 540 kg more than 2002 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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, 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Mondeo | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Mondeo | Musso |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |