2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 4 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 265 kg more than 2000 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, 2004 Buick Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (307 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | Rainier | Musso |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 73 L |