2008 BMW 330 vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Musso.
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, 2001 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 330 | Musso |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 16.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
