2010 SsangYong Musso vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Musso is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Proton Juara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Proton Juara would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Musso (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 996 kg more than 2005 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Proton Juara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara. 2005 Proton Juara has automatic transmission and 2010 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 2010 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Proton Juara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 SsangYong Musso | 2005 Proton Juara | |
| Make | SsangYong | Proton |
| Model | Musso | Juara |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2001 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2400 mm |
