2005 Marcos TSO vs. 2011 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Musso is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Marcos TSO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Marcos TSO would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (400 HP) has 281 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 831 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
Because 2011 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Marcos TSO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2005 Marcos TSO (534 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TSO | 2011 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Marcos | SsangYong |
| Model | TSO | Musso |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 119 HP |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
