2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 931 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Panda. 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) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Panda | Musso |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 73 L |
