2008 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 615 kg more than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Because 2009 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Durango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2008 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Musso. 2008 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Durango | 2009 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Durango | Musso |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |
