2003 SsangYong Musso vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2003 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (317 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Musso. 2010 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2003 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 2003 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 SsangYong Musso | 2010 BMW X5 | |
Make | SsangYong | BMW |
Model | Musso | X5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 2370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |