2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2007 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Musso is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 116 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
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 Uplander (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Uplander | Musso |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 73 L |
