2008 Ford Ikon vs. 2002 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 Ford Ikon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 855 kg more than 2008 Ford Ikon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Ikon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ikon. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ikon | 2002 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Ikon | Musso |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
