1999 SsangYong Musso vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 510 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
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, 1999 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1999 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 1999 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 SsangYong Musso | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | SsangYong | Subaru |
Model | Musso | Legacy |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |