2006 BMW 525 vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, both 2006 BMW 525 and 2006 SsangYong Rexton were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 525. 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 (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 525 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3198 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
