1994 Jaguar XJS vs. 2009 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Musso is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 271 kg more than 1994 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2009 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1994 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jaguar XJS | 2009 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Jaguar | SsangYong |
| Model | XJS | Musso |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| 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 | 1730 kg | 2001 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 |
