2006 Seat Ibiza 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 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Ibiza 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 @ 4100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 760 kg more than 2006 Seat Ibiza. 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 Seat Ibiza. 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 (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (155 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Ibiza | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Seat | SsangYong |
| Model | Ibiza | Musso |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1420 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1106 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 73 L |
