1998 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 432 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. 1999 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1998 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Magna | Musso |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
