2006 Saturn ION vs. 2002 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 456 kg more than 2006 Saturn ION. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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, 2002 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, 2002 SsangYong Musso (305 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Saturn ION | 2002 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Saturn | SsangYong |
Model | ION | Musso |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 73 L |