2004 SsangYong Musso vs. 2002 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Musso is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Ram (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Ram weights approximately 245 kg more than 2004 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (210 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 SsangYong Musso | 2002 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | SsangYong | Dodge |
| Model | Musso | Ram |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2790 mm |
