1998 Kia Avella vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Avella would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1998 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Avella | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Avella | Musso |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2640 mm |