2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Sorento | Musso |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
