2004 Ford Focus vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso

To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 610 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.

Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2004 Ford Focus (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Musso.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Focus 1999 SsangYong Musso
Make Ford SsangYong
Model Focus Musso
Year Released 2004 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1983 cc 2874 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 212 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 256 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2250 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 22.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1890 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 73 L


 

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