2005 SsangYong Musso vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 5 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, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (164 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 420 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Musso | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | SsangYong | Suzuki |
| Model | Musso | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 55 L |
