2009 GMC Acadia vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 10 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 545 kg more than 1999 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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Musso. 2009 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 1999 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 1999 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | GMC | SsangYong |
| Model | Acadia | Musso |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 73 L |
