2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 850 kg more than 2009 Lada Kalina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lada Kalina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 SsangYong Musso (317 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Kalina | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Lada | SsangYong |
Model | Kalina | Musso |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |