1998 Saturn SC vs. 2009 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Musso is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Saturn SC 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 19 more horse power than 1998 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1998 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 956 kg more than 1998 Saturn SC. 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 1998 Saturn SC. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Saturn SC | 2009 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Saturn | SsangYong |
| Model | SC | Musso |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
