2007 SsangYong Musso vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 2007 SsangYong Musso and 2007 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 552 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2007 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. 2007 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 SsangYong Musso | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
Model | Musso | Jetta |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1876 kg | 1324 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |