2000 Lancia Kappa vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Musso is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 450 kg more than 2000 Lancia Kappa.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Lancia Kappa (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lancia Kappa | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
| Model | Kappa | Musso |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
