2003 Ford Explorer vs. 1995 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2003 Ford Explorer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Explorer (236 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1995 SsangYong Musso. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1995 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Explorer weights approximately 327 kg more than 1995 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Ford Explorer (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 SsangYong Musso. (192 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 SsangYong Musso. 2003 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1995 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 1995 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Ford Explorer | 1995 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Explorer | Musso |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 382 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |