1996 Honda Today vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso (210 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 2005 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Today | Musso |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |