2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 676 kg more than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. 2005 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
Model | Grande Punto | Musso |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 73 L |