2005 Audi A4 vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 420 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Audi | SsangYong |
| Model | A4 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
