2008 Renault Clio vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, both 2008 Renault Clio 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Musso (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Renault Clio. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 575 kg more than 2008 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Clio. 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 SsangYong Musso (210 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Clio. (195 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Clio. 2008 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Clio | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Clio | Musso |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |
