1999 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2006 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Musso is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 279 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2006 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Pontiac Firebird (454 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm). This means 1999 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac Firebird | 2006 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Pontiac | SsangYong |
| Model | Firebird | Musso |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 73 L |
