2009 Lexus RX vs. 2009 SsangYong Musso
To start off, both 2009 Lexus RX and 2009 SsangYong Musso were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus RX (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus RX weights approximately 114 kg more than 2009 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 Lexus RX (840 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lexus RX | 2009 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Lexus | SsangYong |
Model | RX | Musso |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3311 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 840 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |