2004 SsangYong Musso vs. 2008 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Ford Falcon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 202 kg more than 2008 Ford Falcon.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2008 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Musso.
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2004 SsangYong Musso | 2008 Ford Falcon | |
Make | SsangYong | Ford |
Model | Musso | Falcon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1906 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 68 L |