2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestyle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Freestyle | Musso |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
