2003 Nissan Altima vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Musso is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Altima (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Nissan Altima. 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, 2004 SsangYong Musso (305 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Altima. (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Altima | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Altima | Musso |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |
