2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Musso (217 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 39 kg more than 2001 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (316 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Monterey | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Mercury | SsangYong |
| Model | Monterey | Musso |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
