2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 385 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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 (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 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 2008 SsangYong Korando.
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2003 Ford Mustang | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Mustang | Korando |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 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 | 5750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |