1996 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (79 HP @ 4050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
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 (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (150 Nm @ 2240 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 SsangYong Korando | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
| Model | Korando | Musso |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4050 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2240 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
