2003 SsangYong Musso vs. 2004 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2004 Toyota Allion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Allion. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 766 kg more than 2004 Toyota Allion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Allion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 SsangYong Musso (319 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Allion. (148 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Allion.
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2003 SsangYong Musso | 2004 Toyota Allion | |
Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
Model | Musso | Allion |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1906 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |