2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Ram | Musso |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
