2003 SsangYong Musso vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 541 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2003 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (317 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 SsangYong Musso | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Porsche |
| Model | Musso | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1389 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
