2005 BMW 320 vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 326 kg more than 2005 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 320. 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, 2005 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (308 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 320 | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 320 | Musso |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 73 L |
