2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1996 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 12 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 444 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Musso. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1996 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Tahoe | Musso |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |
