2001 BMW 325 vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, both 2001 BMW 325 and 2001 SsangYong Musso were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 245 kg more than 2001 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 325 | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | 325 | Musso |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 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 | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |