1999 SsangYong Musso vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 13 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, 2012 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 320. 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, 2012 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 SsangYong Musso | 2012 BMW 320 | |
| Make | SsangYong | BMW |
| Model | Musso | 320 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| 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 | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 57 L |
