2004 SsangYong Musso vs. 2004 Saturn L
To start off, both 2004 SsangYong Musso and 2004 Saturn L were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Musso (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 586 kg more than 2004 Saturn L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Saturn L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 SsangYong Musso | 2004 Saturn L | |
| Make | SsangYong | Saturn |
| Model | Musso | L |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1906 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 62 L |
