2009 Nissan Xterra vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso

To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 640 kg more than 2009 Nissan Xterra.

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 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (317 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Musso.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Nissan Xterra 2003 SsangYong Musso
Make Nissan SsangYong
Model Xterra Musso
Year Released 2009 2003
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3954 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 262 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 381 Nm 317 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1290 kg 1930 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 80 L


 

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