2001 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 523 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 SsangYong Rexton (307 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. (264 Nm). This means 2001 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 SsangYong Rexton | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rexton | GTI |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
