2009 BMW X5 vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 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 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, 2009 BMW X5 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | X5 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
