2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 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. At 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (220 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 197 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (318 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Chrysler | SsangYong |
| Model | 300 | Musso |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1709 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |
