2004 Buick Century vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 Buick Century is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Century | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | Century | Musso |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |