1997 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Musso is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (317 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Musso. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2003 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 2003 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Suburban | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Suburban | Musso |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2640 mm |
