2003 SsangYong Musso vs. 2004 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Musso 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 69 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 445 kg more than 2004 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 2004 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, 2004 Vauxhall Vectra (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (317 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 SsangYong Musso | 2004 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | SsangYong | Vauxhall |
| Model | Musso | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
