2005 Chevrolet Aveo 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 Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Musso (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 933 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm). This means 2009 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 2009 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Aveo | Musso |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
