2005 SsangYong Musso vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 7 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 842 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
2005 SsangYong Musso | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | SsangYong | Land Rover |
Model | Musso | Freelander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.9 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 68 L |