2009 BMW X3 vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 242 kg more than 2009 BMW X3.
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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X3 | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | X3 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 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 | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |
