2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso

To start off, 2007 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 8 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet HHR (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 817 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.

Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.

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2007 Chevrolet HHR 1999 SsangYong Musso
Make Chevrolet SsangYong
Model HHR Musso
Year Released 2007 1999
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2189 cc 2874 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 150 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 256 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.1 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94.5 mm 92.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 22.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1073 kg 1890 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 73 L