2008 SsangYong Musso vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, both 2008 SsangYong Musso and 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 405 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. 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 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 SsangYong Musso | 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
| Make | SsangYong | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Musso | 8C Competizione |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.3 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2600 mm |
