2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 702 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
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, 2000 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda Tribute | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
Model | Tribute | Musso |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 73 L |