2002 Ford Ranger vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2002 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 170 kg more than 2002 Ford Ranger.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ranger. (207 Nm). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ranger | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Ranger | Musso |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |
