2007 Mercury Monterey vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Monterey.
Because 2003 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (319 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercury Monterey | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Mercury | SsangYong |
Model | Monterey | Musso |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 73 L |