2007 SsangYong Musso vs. 2013 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Azera is newer by 6 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Azera (289 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 241 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Azera.
Because 2007 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Hyundai Azera. 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, 2013 Hyundai Azera (346 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Musso | 2013 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | SsangYong | Hyundai |
| Model | Musso | Azera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 289 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1876 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2845 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
