2003 SsangYong Musso vs. 2010 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 327 kg more than 2010 Ford Mustang.
Because 2003 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2010 Ford Mustang (440 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (317 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 SsangYong Musso | 2010 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | SsangYong | Ford |
| Model | Musso | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
