2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 663 kg more than 2004 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (210 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | E-350 | Musso |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 73 L |
