2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 1031 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.
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, 2006 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (210 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Freestyle | Musso |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 73 L |
