2003 SsangYong Musso vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 9 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 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 832 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2003 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 SsangYong Musso (319 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Tundra. (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 SsangYong Musso | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Musso | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1906 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |
