2004 SsangYong Musso vs. 1999 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Musso is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Celica 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 (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Celica. (129 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 790 kg more than 1999 Toyota Celica. 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 1999 Toyota Celica. 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 (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Celica. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 SsangYong Musso | 1999 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Musso | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
