2004 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV. (163 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 490 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | GTV | Musso |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
