2009 Acura MDX vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 9 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 3,663 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 122 kg more than 2009 Acura MDX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura MDX | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Acura | SsangYong |
Model | MDX | Musso |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3663 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 73 L |