2005 SsangYong Musso vs. 2009 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2009 Holden Captiva is newer by 4 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. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Holden Captiva (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 21 kg more than 2009 Holden Captiva.
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, 2009 Holden Captiva (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Musso | 2009 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | SsangYong | Holden |
| Model | Musso | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.9 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 65 L |
