2007 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Musso is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 450 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Pajero | Musso |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 17.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 73 L |
