2003 SsangYong Musso vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Korando.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 SsangYong Musso (319 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Korando. 2003 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2004 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2004 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 SsangYong Musso | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
| Model | Musso | Korando |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
