2006 Alpina B3 vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2006 Alpina B3 is newer by 1 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alpina B3. 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, 2006 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B3 | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Alpina | SsangYong |
Model | B3 | Musso |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 264 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |