2001 Daihatsu Altis vs. 1996 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Altis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Altis. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Altis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 555 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Altis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Daihatsu Altis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Altis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Altis | 1996 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
| Model | Altis | Musso |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
