2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Musso (149 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 1031 kg more than 2001 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Ikon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon. 2001 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ikon has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ikon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ikon | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Ikon | Musso |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 149 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 73 L |
