2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 364 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Odyssey. 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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (210 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Odyssey | Musso |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 73 L |
