2003 BMW 645 vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2003 BMW 645 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 645 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 132 kg more than 2003 BMW 645.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 645. 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, 2003 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (307 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 645 | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 645 | Musso |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
