2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1996 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 80 kg more than 1996 SsangYong Musso.
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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Musso. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1996 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Jeep | SsangYong |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Musso |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2685 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 75 L |
