2005 Nissan Primera vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 522 kg more than 2005 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Primera | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Primera | Musso |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
