2005 SsangYong Musso vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 626 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Musso | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
| Model | Musso | Bora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 55 L |
