2005 Seat Leon vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon 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 143 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 784 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon. 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 Seat Leon. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (130 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Leon | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Seat | SsangYong |
| Model | Leon | Musso |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1146 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
