2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 SsangYong Musso were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 746 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4. 2008 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Audi | SsangYong |
| Model | A4 | Musso |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
