2009 SsangYong Musso vs. 2011 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2011 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 477 kg more than 2011 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2009 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota RAV4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota RAV4. 2011 Toyota RAV4 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. 2011 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 SsangYong Musso | 2011 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Musso | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2001 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
