1999 BMW 330 vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 202 kg more than 1999 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 330 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
