2005 Ford Focus vs. 1995 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1995 SsangYong Musso. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1995 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 513 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
Because 1995 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 SsangYong Musso (192 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1995 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Focus | Musso |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1755 kg |
