2006 Saturn ION vs. 1995 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn ION (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1995 SsangYong Musso. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1995 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 344 kg more than 2006 Saturn ION.
Because 1995 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Saturn ION. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2006 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 SsangYong Musso. (192 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saturn ION | 1995 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Saturn | SsangYong |
| Model | ION | Musso |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
