1997 Honda Accord vs. 2009 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Musso is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 636 kg more than 1997 Honda Accord.
Because 2009 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Accord | 2009 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Accord | Musso |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |