2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2002 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Musso is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 706 kg more than 2000 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2002 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Musso. (305 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Musso. 2002 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2000 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2000 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 De Tomaso Guara | 2002 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | De Tomaso | SsangYong |
| Model | Guara | Musso |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
