2001 BMW Compact vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Compact. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Compact would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Compact (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Compact should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 322 kg more than 2001 BMW Compact.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW Compact. 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 (250 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Compact. (237 Nm). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Compact.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | Compact | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
