2007 Opel Vivaro vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 Opel Vivaro 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, both vehicles can yield 118 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 198 kg more than 2007 Opel Vivaro.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Vivaro. 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 (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (190 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Vivaro | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Vivaro | Musso |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |
