2000 Mazda 121 vs. 2007 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Musso is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 936 kg more than 2000 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda 121. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda 121. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda 121 | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | 121 | Musso |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
