1995 SsangYong Musso vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1995 SsangYong Musso. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1995 SsangYong Musso.
Because 1995 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 SsangYong Musso. (192 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 SsangYong Musso. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1995 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 1995 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 SsangYong Musso | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | SsangYong | Hyundai |
| Model | Musso | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4676 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1725 mm |
