1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 140 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Musso. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1999 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 1999 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Trans Sport | Musso |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2640 mm |