2008 Infiniti M vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 Infiniti M is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti M weights approximately 12 kg more than 2001 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (318 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti M | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Infiniti | SsangYong |
| Model | M | Musso |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 456 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 73 L |
