2008 SsangYong Musso vs. 2009 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2009 Toyota Venza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SsangYong Musso would be higher. 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 35 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 576 kg more than 2009 Toyota Venza. 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 2009 Toyota Venza. 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 (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Venza.
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2008 SsangYong Musso | 2009 Toyota Venza | |
Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
Model | Musso | Venza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1906 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 67 L |