2005 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Musso (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 411 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Hardbody | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Hardbody | Musso |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1906 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 73 L |
