2004 SsangYong Musso vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 8 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Verano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Verano (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Verano should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 328 kg more than 2012 Buick Verano.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick Verano. 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, 2012 Buick Verano (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (210 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Verano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 SsangYong Musso | 2012 Buick Verano | |
| Make | SsangYong | Buick |
| Model | Musso | Verano |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 57 L |
