2005 Lotus Elise vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Musso is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 SsangYong Musso (306 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (186 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Elise | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Lotus | SsangYong |
| Model | Elise | Musso |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 18.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
