1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1996 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Musso is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 15 kg more than 1996 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Musso. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Musso. 1996 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1996 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Aston Martin | SsangYong |
Model | V8 Vantage | Musso |
Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 75 L |