2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 2010 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Musso is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Musso (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 966 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Accent | 2010 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Hyundai | SsangYong |
| Model | Accent | Musso |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
