2003 SsangYong Musso vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 10 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, 2013 BMW X5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 344 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, 2013 BMW X5 (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (319 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 SsangYong Musso | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | SsangYong | BMW |
| Model | Musso | X5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1906 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 85 L |
