2003 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 2 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Musso (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 355 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. 2001 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2003 Chevrolet S-10 has manual transmission. 2003 Chevrolet S-10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Chevrolet S-10 | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | S-10 | Musso |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |