2004 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 Avanti Studebaker is newer by 3 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 6,750 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Avanti Studebaker (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 950 kg more than 2001 SsangYong Musso. 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, 2004 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (318 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Avanti Studebaker | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Avanti | SsangYong |
| Model | Studebaker | Musso |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
