2005 SsangYong Musso vs. 2012 Ascari A10
To start off, 2012 Ascari A10 is newer by 7 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 626 kg more than 2012 Ascari A10.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ascari A10. 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, 2012 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso. 2005 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2012 Ascari A10 has manual transmission. 2012 Ascari A10 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.
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2005 SsangYong Musso | 2012 Ascari A10 | |
Make | SsangYong | Ascari |
Model | Musso | A10 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1906 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2636 mm |