2008 Mazda 3 vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 Mazda 3 is newer by 7 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 3. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 3 | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | 3 | Musso |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
