2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 210 kg more than 1999 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | Rainier | Musso |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 73 L |