2006 SsangYong Musso vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2006 SsangYong Musso and 2006 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avensis (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 255 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2006 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 SsangYong Musso | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Musso | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 15.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.2 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |
