2011 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 265 kg more than 2012 Audi S5.
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 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 SsangYong Rexton | 2012 Audi S5 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Audi |
| Model | Rexton | S5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 64 L |
