2003 Opel Combo 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 Opel Combo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Combo would be higher. At 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Opel Combo. (64 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 676 kg more than 2003 Opel Combo. 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 Opel Combo. 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 (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Combo | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Combo | Musso |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
