2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Musso is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Musso (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 44 kg more than 2004 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2002 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Astro | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Astro | Musso |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 73 L |
