2007 Renault Espace vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Musso (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 25 kg more than 2001 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2007 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (318 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Espace | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Espace | Musso |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2186 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 73 L |
