2006 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 SsangYong Rexton.
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 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 SsangYong Rexton | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
| Model | Rexton | Musso |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
