2008 SsangYong Musso vs. 2008 Saleen S7
To start off, both 2008 SsangYong Musso and 2008 Saleen S7 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 629 kg more than 2008 Saleen S7.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Saleen S7. 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 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 699 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 SsangYong Musso | 2008 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Saleen |
| Model | Musso | S7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 750 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 399 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1876 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2692 mm |
