2007 BMW M5 vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 BMW M5 is newer by 2 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 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 76 kg more than 2007 BMW M5.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW M5. 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, 2007 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M5 | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | M5 | Musso |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
