1999 SsangYong Musso vs. 2011 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2011 Toyota RAV4 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 330 kg more than 2011 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota RAV4. 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 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Musso. 2011 Toyota RAV4 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. 2011 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 SsangYong Musso | 2011 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
Model | Musso | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |