2008 Ford Focus vs. 2006 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 515 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2006 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Focus | Musso |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 17.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1865 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 | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |
