2005 Opel Astra vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, both 2005 Opel Astra 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 119 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 596 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. 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 Opel Astra. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra. 2005 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Astra 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.
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2005 Opel Astra | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Opel | SsangYong |
Model | Astra | Musso |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 73 L |