2006 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Musso is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 124 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Sorento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sorento | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Sorento | Musso |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |