2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 SsangYong Musso.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Musso. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2008 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 2008 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Suburban | Musso |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2872 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 454 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |