2009 SsangYong Musso vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Musso is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 103 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Musso. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2009 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 2009 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 SsangYong Musso | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | SsangYong | Hyundai |
Model | Musso | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2001 kg | 1898 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |