1999 SsangYong Musso vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 6 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 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 310 kg more than 1999 SsangYong Musso. 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Musso. 2005 Nissan Patrol 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. 2005 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 SsangYong Musso | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | SsangYong | Nissan |
| Model | Musso | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |
