2009 SsangYong Musso vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 471 kg more than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Because 2009 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 1 Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 SsangYong Musso | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | SsangYong | BMW |
| Model | Musso | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.2 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2001 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
