1996 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2006 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Musso is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Sebring (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 555 kg more than 1996 Chrysler Sebring.
Because 2006 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Sebring.
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1996 Chrysler Sebring | 2006 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Chrysler | SsangYong |
Model | Sebring | Musso |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |