1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 501 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ferrari F355. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Rexton.
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1997 Ferrari F355 | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Ferrari | SsangYong |
Model | F355 | Rexton |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2872 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 256 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |