1997 Nissan Sunny vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Sunny 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 74 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 665 kg more than 1997 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso (210 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Sunny. 2005 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan Sunny has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan Sunny 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:
| 1997 Nissan Sunny | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Sunny | Musso |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
