2007 SsangYong Musso vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 332 kg more than 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
Because 2007 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. 2012 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 2007 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 2007 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 SsangYong Musso | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | SsangYong | Ford |
Model | Musso | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2873 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1876 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |