2004 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2009 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Musso is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Pontiac Vibe would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Vibe (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 776 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Vibe.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Pontiac Vibe | 2009 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Pontiac | SsangYong |
Model | Vibe | Musso |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |