2008 Audi S8 vs. 2009 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Musso is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S8 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 61 kg more than 2008 Audi S8.
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 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Musso. 2008 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2009 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 2009 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi S8 | 2009 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Audi | SsangYong |
Model | S8 | Musso |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |