1995 SsangYong Musso vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 17 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1995 SsangYong Musso. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1995 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 300 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
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, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 SsangYong Musso. (192 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 SsangYong Musso | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | SsangYong | Mini |
| Model | Musso | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1562 mm |
