2008 Mazda 5 vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Musso (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 5. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 355 kg more than 2008 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 5. 2000 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 5 | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | 5 | Musso |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |
