2005 Honda Pilot vs. 2002 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 Honda Pilot is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Pilot weights approximately 104 kg more than 2002 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Musso. (305 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Pilot | 2002 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Pilot | Musso |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 73 L |
