2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 415 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2003 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (317 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Corvette | Musso |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
