2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 16 kg more than 1999 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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, 1999 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 (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Musso. 2007 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1999 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 1999 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | Lucerne | Musso |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1930 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 | 80 L |
