2001 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2007 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Musso is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 796 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz A | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | A | Musso |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| 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 | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 73 L |
