2009 SsangYong Musso vs. 1998 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Musso is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota 4Runner (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 151 kg more than 1998 Toyota 4Runner.
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, 1998 Toyota 4Runner (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 SsangYong Musso | 1998 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Musso | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2001 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
