2008 BMW X5 vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 465 kg more than 2008 BMW X5.
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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | X5 | Rexton |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 78 L |