2000 SsangYong Musso vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Musso is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Musso (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 740 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 2000 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 SsangYong Musso | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Musso | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
