2006 Kia Carnival vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2006 Kia Carnival is newer by 7 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 35 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carnival. (182 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 238 kg more than 1999 SsangYong Musso.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Carnival. 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, 2006 Kia Carnival (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Carnival | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Carnival | Musso |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2168 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
