1999 Audi S8 vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 156 kg more than 1999 Audi S8.
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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Audi | SsangYong |
| Model | S8 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |
