2005 SsangYong Musso vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
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2005 SsangYong Musso | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
Model | Musso | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.4 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |