2003 SsangYong Musso vs. 2011 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2011 Toyota Avensis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Avensis. (145 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 598 kg more than 2011 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 SsangYong Musso (317 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Avensis. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Avensis.
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2003 SsangYong Musso | 2011 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
Model | Musso | Avensis |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |