2003 BMW M3 vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 505 kg more than 2003 BMW M3.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW M3 | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | M3 | Musso |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 73 L |
