2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2002 SsangYong Musso

To start off, 2002 SsangYong Musso is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 658 kg more than 2001 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 SsangYong Musso (305 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Citroen Xsara 2002 SsangYong Musso
Make Citroen SsangYong
Model Xsara Musso
Year Released 2001 2002
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 3197 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 106 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.0:1
Top Speed 190 km/hour 176 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.4 seconds 9.8 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1248 kg 1906 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.8 L/100km 16.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 73 L


 

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