1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Musso is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 276 kg more than 1988 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Musso. 2000 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1988 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1988 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 Jaguar XJS | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Jaguar | SsangYong |
Model | XJS | Musso |
Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |