1993 Renault Express vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Express would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1086 kg more than 1993 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express. 2005 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1993 Renault Express has manual transmission. 1993 Renault Express will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Express | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Express | Musso |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2640 mm |
