2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 852 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Musso. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1999 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 1999 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Silverado | Musso |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5324 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |