2000 SsangYong Musso vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 541 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 SsangYong Musso | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | SsangYong | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Musso | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1906 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 59 L |
