1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1996 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 125 kg more than 1996 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Dodge Ram (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Musso. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Musso. 1996 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 1996 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Ram | Musso |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2640 mm |
