2012 BMW 135 vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 BMW 135 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 322 kg more than 2012 BMW 135.
Because 2010 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 135 | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 135 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4374 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1412 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
