2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 2010 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Musso is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Caterham Beaulieu would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Musso (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1476 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 2010 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Caterham | SsangYong |
Model | Beaulieu | Musso |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 22.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |