2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2007 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 61 kg more than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Chrysler | SsangYong |
| Model | 300 | Musso |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
