2007 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 2 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 48 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chrysler Pacifica (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (210 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Pacifica | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Chrysler | SsangYong |
| Model | Pacifica | Musso |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 73 L |
