2009 Honda Accord vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 1 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 167 kg more than 2008 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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 (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Accord | Musso |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
