2007 BMW X3 vs. 1996 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 BMW X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Musso. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1996 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | X3 | Musso |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |
