2003 SsangYong Musso vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 2 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 76 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 SsangYong Musso | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
| Model | Musso | Korando |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| 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 | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1906 kg | 1851 kg |
| 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 Consumption Overall | 16.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
