2005 SsangYong Musso vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
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, 2005 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Musso | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | SsangYong | Subaru |
| Model | Musso | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
