2008 BMW 535 vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton

To start off, 2008 BMW 535 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 487 kg more than 2008 BMW 535.

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, 2008 BMW 535 (408 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Rexton.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 535 2007 SsangYong Rexton
Make BMW SsangYong
Model 535 Rexton
Year Released 2008 2007
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 408 Nm 312 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 241 km/hour 189 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1415 kg 1902 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.5 L/100km 15.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L


 

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