2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 204 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Because 2002 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Mustang | Korando |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
