2005 Saturn ION vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 Saturn ION is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Musso (148 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Saturn ION. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 567 kg more than 2005 Saturn ION. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saturn ION. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn ION | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Saturn | SsangYong |
| Model | ION | Musso |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 73 L |
