2008 Ford Explorer vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 7 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 171 kg more than 2001 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Explorer. 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, 2008 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (308 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Explorer | Musso |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 73 L |
