2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1996 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 285 kg more than 1996 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Musso. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1996 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Tahoe | Musso |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |
