2003 SsangYong Musso vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Musso is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 478 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 SsangYong Musso (317 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.
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2003 SsangYong Musso | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | SsangYong | Vauxhall |
Model | Musso | Vectra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |