2008 SsangYong Musso vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Musso is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 370 kg more than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 SsangYong Musso | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | SsangYong | Subaru |
| Model | Musso | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.2 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |
