2008 Audi A3 vs. 2011 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Musso is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 611 kg more than 2008 Audi A3.
Because 2011 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
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2008 Audi A3 | 2011 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Audi | SsangYong |
Model | A3 | Musso |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |