1996 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 SsangYong Korando 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (79 HP @ 4050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 166 kg more than 1996 SsangYong Korando. 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, 2002 SsangYong Musso (305 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (150 Nm @ 2240 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando. 2002 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1996 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 1996 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 SsangYong Korando | 2002 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
| Model | Korando | Musso |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4050 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2240 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
