2007 SsangYong Musso vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 366 kg more than 2012 Mazda 6.
Because 2007 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 SsangYong Musso | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | SsangYong | Mazda |
Model | Musso | 6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1876 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |