2003 Nissan Almera vs. 2007 SsangYong Musso

To start off, 2007 SsangYong Musso is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Almera. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 701 kg more than 2003 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Almera. (175 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Almera.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Nissan Almera 2007 SsangYong Musso
Make Nissan SsangYong
Model Almera Musso
Year Released 2003 2007
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1461 cc 2874 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 81 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 175 Nm 256 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76.1 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80.5 mm 92.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.9:1 22.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1165 kg 1866 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 73 L


 

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