2006 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 556 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 SsangYong Musso (308 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Lancer | Musso |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |
