2000 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Musso is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 511 kg more than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. 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, 2008 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. 2008 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2000 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2000 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Wrangler | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Jeep | SsangYong |
| Model | Wrangler | Musso |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 73 L |
