2004 Opel Vectra vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, both 2004 Opel Vectra and 2004 SsangYong Musso were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (165 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 555 kg more than 2004 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (266 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Vectra | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Opel | SsangYong |
Model | Vectra | Musso |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |