2006 Nissan Armada vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 3 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. At 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 577 kg more than 2003 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (317 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Armada | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Armada | Musso |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 3199 cc |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2507 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |
