2005 SsangYong Musso vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 334 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Musso | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | SsangYong | Chevrolet |
| Model | Musso | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 117 L |
