2004 SsangYong Korando vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 SsangYong Musso. 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, both vehicles can yield 318 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2004 SsangYong Korando | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
Model | Korando | Musso |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
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 | 209 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |