2007 Acura RDX vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso

To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Musso.

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, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (318 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Musso.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Acura RDX 2001 SsangYong Musso
Make Acura SsangYong
Model RDX Musso
Year Released 2007 2001
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2300 cc 2295 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 240 HP 149 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 318 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1740 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 73 L


 

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