2009 Ford Focus vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Musso (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 623 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2004 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Focus | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Focus | Musso |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 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 | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 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 | 1283 kg | 1906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |