2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 430 kg more than 2009 Brilliance BS4.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Brilliance BS4. 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 (306 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Brilliance BS4 | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Brilliance | SsangYong |
| Model | BS4 | Musso |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 18.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
