2001 Dodge Stratus vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Musso is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Stratus would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Stratus (200 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 290 kg more than 2001 Dodge Stratus.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Dodge Stratus. 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, 2001 Dodge Stratus (263 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (210 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Stratus | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Stratus | Musso |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 73 L |
