2005 BMW 116 vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 BMW 116 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 116.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 116. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 116. (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 116 | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 116 | Musso |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
