2006 Smart ForFour vs. 1996 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Because 1996 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour. 1996 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2006 Smart ForFour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForFour | 1996 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Smart | SsangYong |
| Model | ForFour | Musso |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 75 L |
