2001 SsangYong Musso vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Musso is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina 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 43 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 680 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Musso (318 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina. 2001 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 SsangYong Musso | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Musso | Carina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| 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 | 149 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
