2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestar (191 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (210 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Freestar | Musso |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 73 L |
