2003 BMW X5 vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 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 X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2000 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X5 (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Musso. 2003 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2000 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 2000 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | X5 | Musso |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 80 L |
