2005 Kia Rio vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Musso (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 715 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Rio | Musso |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 73 L |
