2005 SsangYong Musso vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 64 kg more than 2002 SsangYong Korando. 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Musso | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
| Model | Musso | Korando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
