2009 Ford Bantam vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam is newer by 1 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 910 kg more than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Bantam. 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, 2008 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Bantam | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Bantam | Musso |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
