2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 1996 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Buick Lucerne. (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 425 kg more than 2007 Buick Lucerne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2007 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Musso. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 1996 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | Lucerne | Musso |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
