2000 Nissan Primera vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Musso is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 620 kg more than 2000 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 SsangYong Musso (317 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Primera. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Nissan Primera | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
Model | Primera | Musso |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |