2006 SsangYong Musso vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 330 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 SsangYong Musso | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | SsangYong | Subaru |
| Model | Musso | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |
