2007 Honda FR-V vs. 2009 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Musso is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda FR-V (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 554 kg more than 2007 Honda FR-V.
Because 2009 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda FR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda FR-V | 2009 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | FR-V | Musso |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
