2006 Honda Accord vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (245 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 456 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2003 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 SsangYong Musso (317 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2003 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 2003 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Honda Accord | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Accord | Musso |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |