1992 GMC Typhoon vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Musso is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 90 kg more than 1992 GMC Typhoon.
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, 1992 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (210 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 GMC Typhoon | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | GMC | SsangYong |
| Model | Typhoon | Musso |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
