1999 De Tomaso Guara 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 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 801 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2011 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2011 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | De Tomaso | SsangYong |
Model | Guara | Musso |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |