1999 AC Aceca vs. 2002 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Musso is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 320 kg more than 1999 AC Aceca.
Because 2002 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Musso. (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 2002 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | AC | SsangYong |
| Model | Aceca | Musso |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
