2011 SsangYong Musso vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Musso is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (164 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 555 kg more than 2009 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, 2011 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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2011 SsangYong Musso | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | SsangYong | Suzuki |
Model | Musso | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2001 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |