2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 829 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. 2000 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2005 Daewoo Lanos has manual transmission. 2005 Daewoo Lanos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lanos | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Daewoo | SsangYong |
| Model | Lanos | Musso |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 73 L |
