2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Korando. 2003 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1999 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 1999 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Ford Mustang | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Mustang | Korando |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |