2007 SsangYong Musso vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Musso is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (221 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 351 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle.
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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Musso | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
| Model | Musso | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.9 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 63 L |
