2009 SsangYong Musso vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Musso is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 709 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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, both vehicles can yield 250 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2009 SsangYong Musso | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | SsangYong | Suzuki |
Model | Musso | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2001 kg | 1292 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |