2009 GMC Canyon vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 200 kg more than 2009 GMC Canyon. 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | GMC | SsangYong |
| Model | Canyon | Musso |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
