1992 Alpina B6 vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alpina B6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alpina B6 would be higher. At 2,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 698 kg more than 1992 Alpina B6.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Alpina B6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B6 | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Alpina | SsangYong |
| Model | B6 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
