2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 4 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 10 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C3. 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 (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | C3 | Musso |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
