2008 BMW X3 vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 and 2008 SsangYong Musso were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 BMW X3.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW X3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Musso.
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2008 BMW X3 | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | X3 | Musso |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 17.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 73 L |