2000 Lexus ES vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Musso is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus ES would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Lexus ES. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 376 kg more than 2000 Lexus ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 SsangYong Musso (319 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus ES. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus ES | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Lexus | SsangYong |
| Model | ES | Musso |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
