2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2007 SsangYong Musso
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Spark and 2007 SsangYong Musso were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1026 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. 2007 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Spark has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Spark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chevrolet Spark | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Spark | Musso |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |