2005 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2012 BMW 550
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 550 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. 2012 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Rexton has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Rexton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 SsangYong Rexton | 2012 BMW 550 | |
Make | SsangYong | BMW |
Model | Rexton | 550 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 4400 cc |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1980 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |