2008 Mazda 3 vs. 2002 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 Mazda 3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 690 kg more than 2008 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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, 2002 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, 2002 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 3. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | 3 | Musso |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
