2000 Caterham 21 vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, both 2000 Caterham 21 and 2000 SsangYong Musso were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1366 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Caterham 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21. 2000 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2000 Caterham 21 has manual transmission. 2000 Caterham 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Caterham | SsangYong |
| Model | 21 | Musso |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 73 L |
