2007 BMW 525 vs. 2004 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 3 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 286 kg more than 2007 BMW 525.
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, 2004 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 2004 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 525 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 16.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
