1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 161 kg more than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Chrysler | SsangYong |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Musso |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2640 mm |
