2004 SsangYong Musso vs. 2011 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2011 Kia Rondo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Rondo (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Rondo. 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 (305 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rondo. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 SsangYong Musso | 2011 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | SsangYong | Kia |
| Model | Musso | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
