2007 Nissan Navara vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso

To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 7 kg more than 2007 Nissan Navara.

Because 2003 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Navara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Nissan Navara (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (317 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Musso. 2007 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 2003 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 2003 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Nissan Navara 2003 SsangYong Musso
Make Nissan SsangYong
Model Navara Musso
Year Released 2007 2003
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3954 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 265 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 385 Nm 317 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95.5 mm 89.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1923 kg 1930 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 80 L


 

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