2006 Ford E-150 vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 6 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 Ford E-150.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-150 | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | E-150 | Musso |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 73 L |
