2008 SsangYong Korando vs. 2002 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 SsangYong Korando | 2002 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
| Model | Korando | Musso |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
