2003 Ford Model U vs. 2006 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Musso is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Model U. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Model U would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Model U (149 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Model U should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Musso.
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, 2006 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Model U. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Model U.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Model U | 2006 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Model U | Musso |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
