2002 Proton 400 vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2002 Proton 400 is newer by 1 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, 2001 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton 400.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Proton 400. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Proton 400 | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Proton | SsangYong |
| Model | 400 | Musso |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
