2009 Saturn Sky vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Sky. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 195 kg more than 2009 Saturn Sky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saturn Sky. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 SsangYong Musso (317 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Sky. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saturn Sky | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Saturn | SsangYong |
| Model | Sky | Musso |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |
