2005 SsangYong Musso vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 431 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Musso | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Mazda |
| Model | Musso | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
