2000 Chrysler Sebring vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Sebring 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 620 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Sebring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chrysler Sebring. 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Sebring | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Chrysler | SsangYong |
| Model | Sebring | Musso |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2090 mm |
