2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 56 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento. 2009 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2004 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 2004 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Sorento | Musso |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
