2004 Acura TL vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 Acura TL is newer by 4 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), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 352 kg more than 2004 Acura TL.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura TL. 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, 2004 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Acura | SsangYong |
| Model | TL | Musso |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
