2005 SsangYong Musso vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 SsangYong Musso (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Musso | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Musso | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.4 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
