2007 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Pathfinder | Musso |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
