2009 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2002 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 7 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 74 kg more than 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 2002 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis. 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, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Musso. (305 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2002 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Mercury | SsangYong |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Musso |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 73 L |
