2007 Audi A3 vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 342 kg more than 2007 Audi A3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Audi | SsangYong |
| Model | A3 | Musso |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |
