2009 Nissan Maxima vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 Nissan Maxima 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 289 kg more than 2009 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Maxima. 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, 2009 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Musso.
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2009 Nissan Maxima | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
Model | Maxima | Musso |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 73 L |