2006 SsangYong Musso vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 442 kg more than 2006 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2006 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
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2006 SsangYong Musso | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
Model | Musso | Polo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 45 L |