2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 4 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. 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, 2004 SsangYong Musso (305 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Grande Punto | Musso |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
