2006 Nissan Patrol vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Musso is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 SsangYong Musso.
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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Patrol | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Patrol | Musso |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 18.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
