2004 Mazda 3 vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, both 2004 Mazda 3 and 2004 SsangYong Musso were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 3.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 SsangYong Musso (305 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 3. (230 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda 3 | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
Model | 3 | Musso |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |