2006 Opel Antara vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso

To start off, 2006 Opel Antara 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Opel Antara. (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Antara.

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 Opel Antara (542 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (319 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Musso.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Opel Antara 2003 SsangYong Musso
Make Opel SsangYong
Model Antara Musso
Year Released 2006 2003
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1899 cc 3199 cc
Horse Power 212 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 1400 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 319 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 210 km/hour 176 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1870 mm


 

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