2004 Dodge Ram vs. 1995 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 Dodge Ram is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1995 SsangYong Musso. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1995 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 513 kg more than 1995 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 SsangYong Musso. (192 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 1995 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Ram | Musso |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2268 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
