2008 BMW 320 vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, both 2008 BMW 320 and 2008 SsangYong Rexton were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 456 kg more than 2008 BMW 320.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 320 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
