2002 Hyundai XG vs. 2002 SsangYong Musso
To start off, both 2002 Hyundai XG and 2002 SsangYong Musso were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai XG. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai XG. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 346 kg more than 2002 Hyundai XG. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Hyundai XG. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 SsangYong Musso (305 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai XG. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai XG.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Hyundai XG | 2002 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Hyundai | SsangYong |
Model | XG | Musso |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |