2004 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2009 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Musso is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. Both 2004 SsangYong Rexton and 2009 SsangYong Musso are equipped with a 2,874 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Musso (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 SsangYong Rexton. 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, 2004 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 SsangYong Rexton | 2009 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
| Model | Rexton | Musso |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.7 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
