1996 BMW 745 vs. 2004 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 745 (283 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 745 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2004 SsangYong Rexton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1996 BMW 745 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 745 | 2004 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 745 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
