2003 Ford Laser vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2003 Ford Laser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Musso (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 710 kg more than 2003 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Laser. 2001 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Laser | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Laser | Musso |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
