2007 BMW 323 vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, both 2007 BMW 323 and 2007 SsangYong Rexton were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 323 (176 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 377 kg more than 2007 BMW 323.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 323 | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | 323 | Rexton |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2696 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |