2007 SsangYong Musso vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 736 kg more than 2009 Tata Indigo. 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 2009 Tata Indigo. 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 @ 2250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Musso | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | SsangYong | Tata |
| Model | Musso | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2873 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1876 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
