1995 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso

To start off, 2000 SsangYong Musso is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Musso (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Magna. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 495 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Magna. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Magna. 2000 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1995 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 1995 Mitsubishi Magna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1995 Mitsubishi Magna 2000 SsangYong Musso
Make Mitsubishi SsangYong
Model Magna Musso
Year Released 1995 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2555 cc 2295 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 198 Nm 307 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1335 kg 1830 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1740 mm