2001 SsangYong Musso vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 377 kg more than 2001 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
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2001 SsangYong Musso | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
Model | Musso | Polo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 75.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |