2001 SsangYong Musso vs. 1994 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Musso is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Musso (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1994 Toyota RAV4. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 705 kg more than 1994 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Musso (318 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota RAV4. (175 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 SsangYong Musso | 1994 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Musso | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 58 L |
