2005 Audi A3 vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Musso (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 536 kg more than 2005 Audi A3. 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 2005 Audi A3. 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 (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3.
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2005 Audi A3 | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Audi | SsangYong |
Model | A3 | Musso |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |