2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 2011 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Musso is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Musso (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 262 kg more than 2007 Ford Galaxy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Galaxy | 2011 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Galaxy | Musso |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.2 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
