2005 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Musso would be higher. Both 2005 SsangYong Rexton and 2003 SsangYong Musso are equipped with a 3,199 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 217 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Rexton.
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 Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (317 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Musso. 2005 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 2003 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 2003 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 SsangYong Rexton | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
Model | Rexton | Musso |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |