2008 BMW 530 vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 3 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 530. 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, 2008 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 530 | Musso |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
