2003 SsangYong Musso vs. 2012 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon is newer by 9 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 290 kg more than 2012 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2003 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Avalon. 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, 2012 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (317 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Musso. 2012 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2003 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 2003 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 SsangYong Musso | 2012 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
Model | Musso | Avalon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2819 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |