2008 Ford Focus vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 556 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 2000 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Focus | Musso |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |
