2004 Kia Sedona vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 Kia Sedona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sedona (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sedona weights approximately 348 kg more than 2000 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sedona | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Sedona | Musso |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 73 L |
