2006 Renault Laguna 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 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (204 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Laguna. 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 (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (280 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Laguna | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Laguna | Musso |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
