2004 Dodge Durango vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 Dodge Durango 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 392 kg more than 2001 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Durango. 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, 2004 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (318 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Durango | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Durango | Musso |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2217 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 73 L |
