2005 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Musso is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 471 kg more than 2005 Ford Falcon.
Because 2009 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2005 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Falcon | 2009 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Falcon | Musso |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |