2009 SsangYong Musso vs. 2012 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Musso (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 966 kg more than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 SsangYong Musso | 2012 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | SsangYong | Daewoo |
| Model | Musso | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2001 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
