1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Musso is newer by 10 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 65 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 115 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Because 2008 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, 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, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Trans Sport | Musso |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2640 mm |