2008 SsangYong Musso vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 5 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 334 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Accord. 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, 2008 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 SsangYong Musso | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | SsangYong | Honda |
| Model | Musso | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1531 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 65 L |
