2009 Mini Cooper vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper 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 49 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 691 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper. 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 Mini Cooper. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Mini | SsangYong |
| Model | Cooper | Musso |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |
