2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1996 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 SsangYong Musso.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 1996 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1996 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Ducato | Musso |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
