2002 Citroen Xsara vs. 2002 SsangYong Musso
To start off, both 2002 Citroen Xsara and 2002 SsangYong Musso were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 145 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 826 kg more than 2002 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 2002 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Xsara. (116 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Xsara. 2002 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2002 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2002 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen Xsara | 2002 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | Xsara | Musso |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 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 Tank Capacity | 54 L | 73 L |