2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso

To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 217 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 356 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.

Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 SsangYong Musso (308 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.

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2003 Alfa Romeo 166 2001 SsangYong Musso
Make Alfa Romeo SsangYong
Model 166 Musso
Year Released 2003 2001
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2959 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 308 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4700 RPM
Top Speed 236 km/hour 176 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.6 seconds 9.8 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1906 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13 L/100km 16.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 69 L 73 L