2009 Volkswagen T5 vs. 2010 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Musso is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen T5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen T5 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 306 kg more than 2010 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen T5 | 2010 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Volkswagen | SsangYong |
| Model | T5 | Musso |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
