2007 Opel Tigra vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 Opel Tigra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 770 kg more than 2007 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Tigra. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Tigra | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Tigra | Musso |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
