2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2006 Citroen C3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Musso (217 HP) has 145 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 718 kg more than 2006 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | C3 | Musso |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
