2007 Lotus Elise vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 2 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lotus Elise. 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Elise | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Lotus | SsangYong |
Model | Elise | Musso |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | 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 | 120 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 80 L |