2008 SsangYong Musso vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2008 SsangYong Musso and 2008 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Musso (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 560 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 SsangYong Musso (210 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 SsangYong Musso | 2008 Opel Astra | |
| Make | SsangYong | Opel |
| Model | Musso | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 52 L |
