1997 Porsche 911 vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Musso is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 780 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
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, 1997 Porsche 911 (922 Nm) has 605 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (317 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche 911 | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Porsche | SsangYong |
| Model | 911 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 922 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2640 mm |
