2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 555 kg more than 2005 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 SsangYong Musso (317 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Kangoo | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Kangoo | Musso |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
