2004 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 Fiat Ulysse 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 79 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 261 kg more than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. 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 Fiat Ulysse. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. 2003 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Ulysse has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Ulysse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Fiat Ulysse | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
Model | Ulysse | Musso |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |