1999 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Musso is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1999 Chrysler Sebring. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1999 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 620 kg more than 1999 Chrysler Sebring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chrysler Sebring. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 SsangYong Musso (317 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chrysler Sebring. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chrysler Sebring | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Chrysler | SsangYong |
| Model | Sebring | Musso |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
