2004 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 339 kg more than 1999 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Musso. 1999 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Volkswagen | SsangYong |
| Model | Touareg | Musso |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3187 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2229 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 73 L |
