2003 Acura CL vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 3 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), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 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 326 kg more than 2003 Acura CL.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 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 (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 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 2003 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura CL | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Acura | SsangYong |
Model | CL | Musso |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 73 L |