1995 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1995 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1995 Donkervoort S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Donkervoort S8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Donkervoort S8 | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Donkervoort | SsangYong |
| Model | S8 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1850 mm |
