2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1996 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 13 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (173 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Musso will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1996 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Musso |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
