2005 BMW 530 vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (220 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 276 kg more than 2005 BMW 530.
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, 2004 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530. 2004 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 BMW 530 | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | 530 | Musso |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |