2004 Nissan Xterra vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 302 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Xterra | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Xterra | Musso |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |
