2000 Honda Insight vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2000 Honda Insight 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 150 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight. 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 Honda Insight. 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) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 1999 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 1999 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Insight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Honda Insight | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Insight | Musso |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Type | electric | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 316 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |