2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 118 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 851 kg more than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 (307 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (245 Nm). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2005 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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.
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2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Musso |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 307 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2640 mm |