2006 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2006 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 171 kg more than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Vel Satis | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Vel Satis | Musso |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |
