2005 SsangYong Musso vs. 2012 BMW 128
To start off, 2012 BMW 128 is newer by 7 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 281 kg more than 2012 BMW 128.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 128. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2012 BMW 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
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2005 SsangYong Musso | 2012 BMW 128 | |
Make | SsangYong | BMW |
Model | Musso | 128 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 53 L |