2005 SsangYong Musso vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 551 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Musso | 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star | |
| Make | SsangYong | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Musso | Space Star |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
