2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 464 kg more than 2000 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Q7 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Audi | SsangYong |
| Model | Q7 | Musso |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 73 L |
