2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2008 SsangYong Musso were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Musso. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2008 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 2008 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Jeep | SsangYong |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Musso |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 510 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1886 kg | 1876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |