1999 SsangYong Musso vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 116 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 550 kg more than 2011 BMW 116.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 116. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 116. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 SsangYong Musso | 2011 BMW 116 | |
| Make | SsangYong | BMW |
| Model | Musso | 116 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 51 L |
