2004 Pontiac GTO vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 186 kg more than 2004 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Pontiac GTO (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Pontiac GTO | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Pontiac | SsangYong |
Model | GTO | Musso |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |