2002 Mercedes-Benz V vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Musso would be higher. Both 2002 Mercedes-Benz V and 2000 SsangYong Musso are equipped with a 2,295 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Musso (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz V. 2000 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2002 Mercedes-Benz V has manual transmission. 2002 Mercedes-Benz V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Mercedes-Benz V | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | V | Musso |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |