2005 Avanti Studebaker vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 Avanti Studebaker is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Avanti Studebaker (307 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 885 kg more than 1999 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, 2005 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Musso. 2005 Avanti Studebaker has automatic transmission and 1999 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 1999 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Avanti Studebaker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Avanti Studebaker | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Avanti | SsangYong |
| Model | Studebaker | Musso |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6751 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2640 mm |
