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


 

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