2007 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 98 kg more than 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso. 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Mercury | SsangYong |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Musso |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
