2000 SsangYong Musso vs. 2000 Vauxhall Omega

To start off, both 2000 SsangYong Musso and 2000 Vauxhall Omega were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 298 kg more than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Omega.

Compare all specifications:

2000 SsangYong Musso 2000 Vauxhall Omega
Make SsangYong Vauxhall
Model Musso Omega
Year Released 2000 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3199 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 316 Nm 185 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1930 kg 1632 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2740 mm


 

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