2002 Acura CL vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 250 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura CL | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Acura | SsangYong |
Model | CL | Musso |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 73 L |