2005 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 44 kg more than 2003 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (319 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | S | Musso |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 73 L |
