2007 BMW 525 vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, both 2007 BMW 525 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 337 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525. 2007 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW 525 | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | 525 | Rexton |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
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 | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1902 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 15.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |