1994 BMW 854 vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 854. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 854 would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 854 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 854 (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 854 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 143 kg more than 1994 BMW 854.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 854. 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, 1994 BMW 854 (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 854 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 854 | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 854 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5378 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
