2000 Chrysler Neon vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, both 2000 Chrysler Neon 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 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 766 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chrysler Neon. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Neon. (155 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Neon. 2000 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2000 Chrysler Neon has manual transmission. 2000 Chrysler Neon 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.
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2000 Chrysler Neon | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Chrysler | SsangYong |
Model | Neon | Musso |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 73 L |