2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, both 2005 Mazda Drifter and 2005 SsangYong Musso were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 370 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter. 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 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Drifter | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
Model | Drifter | Musso |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2606 cc | 3199 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1930 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |