2009 BMW X5 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 X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW X5 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 167 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Rexton.
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 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X5 | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | X5 | Rexton |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
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 |