2005 Mazda 3 vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 750 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 3 | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | 3 | Musso |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 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 | 148 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |
