2008 SsangYong Musso vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, both 2008 SsangYong Musso and 2008 Toyota Tacoma were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 Musso | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
Model | Musso | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 236 HP |
Torque | 250 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |