1991 Jaguar XJS vs. 2007 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Musso is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 54 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1991 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jaguar XJS | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Jaguar | SsangYong |
| Model | XJS | Musso |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
