2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2003 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 3 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 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 197 kg more than 2003 Buick Blackhawk.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. 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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (307 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Blackhawk | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | Blackhawk | Musso |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
