2005 SsangYong Musso vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo is newer by 6 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Seat Exeo. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 425 kg more than 2011 Seat Exeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Seat Exeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2011 Seat Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (210 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso. 2005 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2011 Seat Exeo has manual transmission. 2011 Seat Exeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Musso | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | SsangYong | Seat |
| Model | Musso | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2642 mm |
