1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 113 kg more than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2008 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2008 SsangYong Kyron has manual transmission. 2008 SsangYong Kyron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2008 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Jeep | SsangYong |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Kyron |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |