2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 1995 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1995 SsangYong Musso. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1995 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 123 kg more than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1995 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 SsangYong Musso. (192 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 1995 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Mondeo | Musso |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
