1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Musso is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Vantage would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 94 kg more than 2008 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Aston Martin | SsangYong |
Model | Vantage | Musso |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 814 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |