2001 SsangYong Musso vs. 2008 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2008 Toyota Previa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Previa (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 Toyota Previa.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Previa. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Previa. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 SsangYong Musso | 2008 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Musso | Previa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 75 L |
