2001 Mazda 6 vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, both 2001 Mazda 6 and 2001 SsangYong Musso were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Musso (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 475 kg more than 2001 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6. 2001 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Mazda 6 | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
Model | 6 | Musso |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 73 L |