2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2007 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 696 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Ridgeline (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Ridgeline | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Ridgeline | Musso |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |