2005 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Musso would be higher. Both 2005 SsangYong Musso and 2006 SsangYong Musso are equipped with a 2,874 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 118 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Musso | 2006 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
| Model | Musso | Musso |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.4 seconds | 17.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |
