2006 BMW M3 vs. 2010 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Musso is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (333 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 431 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.
Because 2010 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2006 BMW M3 (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 2010 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | M3 | Musso |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
