1999 SsangYong Musso vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 40 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.
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 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 SsangYong Musso | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | SsangYong | Porsche |
| Model | Musso | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
