2001 Honda S-MX vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 576 kg more than 2001 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX. 2005 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 2001 Honda S-MX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S-MX | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | S-MX | Musso |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
