2002 SsangYong Musso vs. 2010 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avalon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 269 kg more than 2010 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2002 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2010 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Musso. (305 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 SsangYong Musso | 2010 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Musso | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1906 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2819 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
