2006 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2002 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 926 kg more than 2002 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Musso. (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Musso. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2002 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 2002 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Crown Victoria | 2002 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Musso |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
