2012 BMW 528 vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 BMW 528 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 172 kg more than 2012 BMW 528.
Because 2011 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 528. 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 BMW 528 (352 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 528 | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 528 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4899 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1464 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2968 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
