2009 BMW 320 vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 4 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 341 kg more than 2009 BMW 320.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 320. 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, 2009 BMW 320 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 320 | Musso |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 73 L |
