2005 SsangYong Musso vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
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, 2011 BMW X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Musso | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | SsangYong | BMW |
| Model | Musso | X3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.4 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1675 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
