2000 SsangYong Musso vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Buick Regal. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 273 kg more than 2012 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 SsangYong Musso | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | SsangYong | Buick |
| Model | Musso | Regal |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1906 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 68 L |
