1999 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Musso is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Musso (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 935 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 SsangYong Musso (210 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. 2004 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1999 Daihatsu Sirion has manual transmission. 1999 Daihatsu Sirion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Sirion | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
| Model | Sirion | Musso |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 73 L |
