2005 MCC ForTwo vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso

To start off, both 2005 MCC ForTwo and 2005 SsangYong Musso were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2005 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1176 kg more than 2005 MCC ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 MCC ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC ForTwo. 2005 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2005 MCC ForTwo has manual transmission. 2005 MCC ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 MCC ForTwo 2005 SsangYong Musso
Make MCC SsangYong
Model ForTwo Musso
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 698 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 49 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 80 Nm 307 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 730 kg 1906 kg
Vehicle Length 2510 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 1810 mm 2640 mm


 

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