2007 SsangYong Musso vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 4 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 666 kg more than 2011 Dacia Duster. 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 2011 Dacia Duster. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Musso | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | SsangYong | Dacia |
| Model | Musso | Duster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
