2009 Audi A5 vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 331 kg more than 2009 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2009 Audi A5 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Audi | SsangYong |
| Model | A5 | Musso |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 73 L |
