2005 Opel Vectra vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 690 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Vectra (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Vectra | Musso |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 73 L |
