2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 250 kg more than 2007 Maserati GranSport.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Maserati GranSport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati GranSport | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Maserati | SsangYong |
| Model | GranSport | Musso |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
