2004 SsangYong Musso vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Musso is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Musso (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 741 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 SsangYong Musso | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Musso | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1906 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
