2000 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2002 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Musso is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 376 kg more than 2000 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2002 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Musso. (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Musso. 2000 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2002 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 2002 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick LaCrosse | 2002 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | LaCrosse | Musso |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2640 mm |
