2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 540 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Borrego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (210 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Borrego | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Borrego | Musso |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3776 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 73 L |
