2004 SsangYong Musso vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (279 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 135 kg more than 2013 Acura TL.
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, 2013 Acura TL (343 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (210 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 SsangYong Musso | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | SsangYong | Acura |
| Model | Musso | TL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
