1995 SsangYong Musso vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1995 SsangYong Musso. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1995 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 501 kg more than 1995 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 SsangYong Musso. (192 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 SsangYong Musso. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1995 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 1995 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 SsangYong Musso | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
Model | Musso | Touareg |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1732 mm |