1999 SsangYong Musso vs. 2011 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2011 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 12 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, 2011 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 370 kg more than 2011 Nissan Qashqai.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. 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, 2011 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 SsangYong Musso | 2011 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | SsangYong | Nissan |
| Model | Musso | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 15.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 65 L |
