2007 SsangYong Musso vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2007 SsangYong Musso and 2007 Volkswagen Caddy were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 334 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy.
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2007 SsangYong Musso | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
Model | Musso | Caddy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 19.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.9 seconds | 20.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |