2004 Nissan Maxima vs. 1996 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 Nissan Maxima is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Maxima (261 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 420 kg more than 2004 Nissan Maxima.
Because 1996 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Nissan Maxima (347 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Musso. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Maxima | 1996 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Maxima | Musso |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
