2006 Ford Escape vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Musso (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 191 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. 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, 2004 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Escape | Musso |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3199 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 73 L |