2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso

To start off, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Musso.

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 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Musso.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 2004 SsangYong Musso
Make Chevrolet SsangYong
Model TrailBlazer Musso
Year Released 2005 2004
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4161 cc 2874 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 275 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 305 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 22.0:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 8.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 80 L


 

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