2012 Audi A5 vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 185 kg more than 2012 Audi A5.
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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5. 2010 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A5 | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Audi | SsangYong |
| Model | A5 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 78 L |
