2002 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Musso is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Intrepid (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 293 kg more than 2002 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2002 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Intrepid | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Intrepid | Musso |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2640 mm |
