1992 BMW 520 vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Musso is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 442 kg more than 1992 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 520 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
