2000 BMW 330 vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Musso is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 245 kg more than 2000 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 SsangYong Musso (317 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 330 | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 330 | Musso |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
