2003 BMW 530 vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 270 kg more than 2003 BMW 530.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 530 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
