2007 Subaru Forester vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 8 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 257 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Musso. 1999 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Subaru Forester | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Subaru | SsangYong |
Model | Forester | Musso |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |