2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 4,155 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 223 kg more than 2000 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Musso. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2000 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 2000 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 2000 SsangYong Musso
Make Chevrolet SsangYong
Model TrailBlazer Musso
Year Released 2009 2000
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4155 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 269 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 316 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 89.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2153 kg 1930 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 71 L 80 L


 

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