2006 Kia Pregio vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Musso (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Pregio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Pregio. 2000 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Pregio has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Pregio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Pregio | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Pregio | Musso |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 73 L |
