2009 Honda FR-V vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 454 kg more than 2009 Honda FR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda FR-V. 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 (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda FR-V | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | FR-V | Musso |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 73 L |
