1998 Honda Legend vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Musso is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Musso (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Honda Legend. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 181 kg more than 1998 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Legend | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Legend | Musso |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |
