2004 SsangYong Musso vs. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 SsangYong Musso would be higher. Both 2004 SsangYong Musso and 2005 SsangYong Chairman H are equipped with a 3,199 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Musso (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 269 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. 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 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. 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, both vehicles can yield 318 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 SsangYong Musso | 2005 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
| Model | Musso | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1906 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2910 mm |
