2003 Renault Clio vs. 2009 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Musso is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 471 kg more than 2003 Renault Clio.
Because 2009 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2003 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Clio | 2009 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Clio | Musso |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
