1999 SsangYong Musso vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 946 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (91 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 SsangYong Musso | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Musso | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 45 L |
