2003 Opel Signum vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Musso is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Signum would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 331 kg more than 2003 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Signum. 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, 2003 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Signum | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Signum | Musso |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
