2006 Opel Astra vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 664 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 SsangYong Musso (317 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Astra | Musso |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
