2007 BMW X5 vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 2 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 253 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.
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 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | X5 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2104 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
