2009 SsangYong Musso vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 632 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2009 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
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2009 SsangYong Musso | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
Model | Musso | Jetta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2001 kg | 1369 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |