2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2009 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Musso is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2009 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Sorento | Musso |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2001 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |