2001 SsangYong Musso vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 550 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2001 SsangYong Musso. 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 2010 BMW 550. 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, 2010 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (318 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 SsangYong Musso | 2010 BMW 550 | |
| Make | SsangYong | BMW |
| Model | Musso | 550 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
