1996 Kia Avella vs. 2002 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Musso is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Avella would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 985 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Kia Avella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 2002 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Avella | Musso |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2640 mm |
