2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 SsangYong Musso. 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (307 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Chrysler | SsangYong |
| Model | 300 | Musso |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3517 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 73 L |
