1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Musso is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 259 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1999 Cadillac Catera (370 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (210 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
| Model | Catera | Musso |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |
