2008 SsangYong Kyron vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, both 2008 SsangYong Kyron 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 17 kg more than 2008 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. 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 Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Musso. 2008 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2008 SsangYong Kyron has manual transmission. 2008 SsangYong Kyron 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.
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2008 SsangYong Kyron | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
Model | Kyron | Musso |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1923 kg | 1906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 73 L |