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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 666 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra.
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 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 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 | 1995 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 73 L |
