2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
| Model | Sirion | Musso |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
