2002 SsangYong Musso vs. 2009 Kia Venga
To start off, 2009 Kia Venga is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Musso would be higher. 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 94 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 563 kg more than 2009 Kia Venga. 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 2009 Kia Venga. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 SsangYong Musso | 2009 Kia Venga | |
| Make | SsangYong | Kia |
| Model | Musso | Venga |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1906 kg | 1343 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 48 L |
