2004 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q5 (270 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q5 weights approximately 99 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.
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, 2012 Audi Q5 (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 SsangYong Rexton | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Audi |
| Model | Rexton | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
