2008 SsangYong Musso vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 359 kg more than 2011 Ford Escape.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2011 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (210 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 SsangYong Musso | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | SsangYong | Ford |
| Model | Musso | Escape |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 66 L |
