2001 SsangYong Musso vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 8 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Forte. 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 SsangYong Musso | 2009 Kia Forte | |
| Make | SsangYong | Kia |
| Model | Musso | Forte |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1461 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
