2009 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 572 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso will offer significantly more control. 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 (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Elantra | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Hyundai | SsangYong |
| Model | Elantra | Musso |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 73 L |
