2004 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso

To start off, both 2004 Porsche Cayenne and 2004 SsangYong Musso were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 420 kg more than 2004 Porsche Cayenne.

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, 2004 Porsche Cayenne (321 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (210 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Musso. 2004 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Porsche Cayenne 2004 SsangYong Musso
Make Porsche SsangYong
Model Cayenne Musso
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3196 cc 2295 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 321 Nm 210 Nm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1405 kg 1825 kg
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 73 L


 

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