2001 SsangYong Chairman H vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 2 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. Both 2001 SsangYong Chairman H and 1999 SsangYong Musso are equipped with a 2,295 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Chairman H (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 315 kg more than 2001 SsangYong Chairman H.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 SsangYong Chairman H. 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, 2001 SsangYong Chairman H (210 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Musso. 2001 SsangYong Chairman H 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. 2001 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 SsangYong Chairman H | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
| Model | Chairman H | Musso |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |
