1999 SsangYong Musso vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 SsangYong Musso | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Musso | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |
