2003 Peugeot 407 vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (155 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (205 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Peugeot 407 | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Peugeot | SsangYong |
| Model | 407 | Musso |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
