2003 SsangYong Musso vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 9 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 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Musso.
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, 2012 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (319 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Musso.
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2003 SsangYong Musso | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | SsangYong | Audi |
Model | Musso | A8 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 90 L |