2009 BMW 135 vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 4 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 375 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2009 BMW 135 (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 135 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
