2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 410 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Frontier | Musso |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |
