2002 SsangYong Musso vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Safari.
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2002 SsangYong Musso | 2009 Tata Safari | |
Make | SsangYong | Tata |
Model | Musso | Safari |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |