2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 9 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 629 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Musso. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1999 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 1999 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Silverado | Musso |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 73 L |