2008 SsangYong Musso vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 2 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 SsangYong Musso | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | SsangYong | Land Rover |
| Model | Musso | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
