2006 Rover 45 vs. 2007 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Musso is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Rover 45 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 640 kg more than 2006 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Rover 45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 45. (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 45. 2007 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2006 Rover 45 has manual transmission. 2006 Rover 45 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Rover 45 | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Rover | SsangYong |
Model | 45 | Musso |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |