2003 Samsung SM5 vs. 2009 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Musso is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 681 kg more than 2003 Samsung SM5.
Because 2009 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Samsung SM5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Samsung SM5 | 2009 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Samsung | SsangYong |
| Model | SM5 | Musso |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1838 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
