2004 Porsche 996 vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 Porsche 996 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 485 kg more than 2004 Porsche 996.
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, 2004 Porsche 996 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 996 | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Porsche | SsangYong |
| Model | 996 | Musso |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 73 L |
