2004 SsangYong Musso vs. 2007 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 3 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. At 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 209 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, 2007 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (210 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 SsangYong Musso | 2007 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
| Model | Musso | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |
