1999 SsangYong Musso vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 11 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 448 kg more than 2010 Nissan Frontier.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Frontier. 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Musso.
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1999 SsangYong Musso | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | SsangYong | Nissan |
Model | Musso | Frontier |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |