2008 SsangYong Musso vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 53 kg more than 2008 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2010 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 SsangYong Musso | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | SsangYong | Honda |
| Model | Musso | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1906 kg | 1959 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 79 L |
