2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 664 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Musso. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2001 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 2001 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Express | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Express | Musso |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |