2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2009 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Musso is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 466 kg more than 2009 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Musso. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2009 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 2009 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2009 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Avalanche | Musso |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5325 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |