2005 BMW 525 vs. 2001 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 214 kg more than 2005 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 SsangYong Rexton (307 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2001 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | 525 | Rexton |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |