2004 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Musso is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Musso (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 606 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, both vehicles can yield 250 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Volkswagen | SsangYong |
| Model | Golf | Musso |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
