1999 Honda S2000 vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Musso is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 665 kg more than 1999 Honda S2000.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda S2000 | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | S2000 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
