1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2011 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Musso is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2011 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2011 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
Model | Dardo | Musso |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |