2006 Nissan Sentra 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 Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Musso will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Sentra. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Sentra | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Sentra | Musso |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
