2005 SsangYong Musso vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma

To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 792 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.

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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.

Compare all specifications:

2005 SsangYong Musso 2012 Toyota Tacoma
Make SsangYong Toyota
Model Musso Tacoma
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2874 cc 3956 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 236 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 256 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 22.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1866 kg 1074 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 5290 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 3250 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 73 L 79 L


 

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