2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 456 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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 (542 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (307 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Corvette | Musso |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |
