2011 Volkswagen Routan vs. 2010 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 83 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.
Because 2010 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Routan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Musso. 2011 Volkswagen Routan has automatic transmission and 2010 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 2010 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Routan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Routan | 2010 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Volkswagen | SsangYong |
| Model | Routan | Musso |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2084 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
