2001 SsangYong Musso vs. 2009 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2009 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 Suzuki XL7.
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, 2009 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (318 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 SsangYong Musso | 2009 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Suzuki |
| Model | Musso | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
