2009 Saturn Vue vs. 1996 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Vue. (167 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Because 1996 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saturn Vue | 1996 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Saturn | SsangYong |
| Model | Vue | Musso |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2090 mm |
