2005 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz A 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. 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 Mercedes-Benz A (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz A | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | A | Musso |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2034 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
