2004 SsangYong Musso vs. 2004 Acura RSX
To start off, both 2004 SsangYong Musso and 2004 Acura RSX were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 603 kg more than 2004 Acura RSX.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura RSX. 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 (210 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 SsangYong Musso | 2004 Acura RSX | |
| Make | SsangYong | Acura |
| Model | Musso | RSX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |
