2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2007 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (108 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 751 kg more than 2009 Mazda RX-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
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2009 Mazda RX-8 | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
Model | RX-8 | Musso |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |