2012 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne 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 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne (505 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 683 kg more than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Bentley Mulsanne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 Bentley Mulsanne (1,018 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 700 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Bentley Mulsanne | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Bentley | SsangYong |
| Model | Mulsanne | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 1018 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5575 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1521 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3266 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 80 L |
