2000 BMW 323 vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, both 2000 BMW 323 and 2000 SsangYong Musso were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 296 kg more than 2000 BMW 323.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 323 | Musso |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
