2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso

To start off, both 2008 Dodge Ram 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 505 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.

Because 2008 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Musso.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Dodge Ram 2008 SsangYong Musso
Make Dodge SsangYong
Model Ram Musso
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5653 cc 2874 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 330 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 509 Nm 256 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1360 kg 1865 kg
Vehicle Length 6350 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 2440 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 4080 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 8.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 73 L


 

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