2007 Renault Trafic vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 Renault Trafic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 61 kg more than 2007 Renault Trafic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Trafic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 SsangYong Musso (319 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Trafic. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Trafic. 2003 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Trafic has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Trafic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Renault Trafic | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Renault | SsangYong |
Model | Trafic | Musso |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |