2006 Lancia Musa vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2006 Lancia Musa 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Musa. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 660 kg more than 2006 Lancia Musa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lancia Musa. 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Musa. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Musa | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
| Model | Musa | Musso |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 73 L |
