2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 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 282 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 387 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 2001 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, 2001 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 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Korando.
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2003 Ford Mustang | 2001 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Mustang | Korando |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |