1995 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2007 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Musso is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 171 kg more than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Because 2007 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Pontiac | SsangYong |
| Model | Trans Sport | Musso |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 73 L |
