2001 SsangYong Musso vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 316 kg more than 2001 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (318 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 SsangYong Musso | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | SsangYong | Chevrolet |
| Model | Musso | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 117 L |
