2006 Opel Vectra vs. 2009 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Musso is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 451 kg more than 2006 Opel Vectra.
Because 2009 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Vectra | 2009 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Vectra | Musso |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
