2005 Opel Tigra vs. 2006 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Musso is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 660 kg more than 2005 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Tigra | 2006 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Tigra | Musso |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1194 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
