2005 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2009 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Musso is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. Both 2005 SsangYong Rexton and 2009 SsangYong Musso are equipped with a 2,874 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 101 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Rexton.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Rexton | 2009 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
| Model | Rexton | Musso |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2874 cc |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2001 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
