2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 5 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (220 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Buick Lucerne. 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, 2009 Buick Lucerne (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | Lucerne | Musso |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |
