2005 SsangYong Musso vs. 2012 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2012 Cadillac SRX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac SRX (308 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 74 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Cadillac SRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Cadillac SRX (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Musso | 2012 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | SsangYong | Cadillac |
| Model | Musso | SRX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 308 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 79 L |
