2000 AC Aceca vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 1 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 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 280 kg more than 2000 AC Aceca.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 AC Aceca. 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, 2000 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Aceca | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | AC | SsangYong |
| Model | Aceca | Musso |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |
