2008 SsangYong Musso vs. 2004 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Musso is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. Both 2008 SsangYong Musso and 2004 SsangYong Rexton are equipped with a 2,874 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 SsangYong Rexton.
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, 2004 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 SsangYong Musso | 2004 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
| Model | Musso | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 16.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1876 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
