2005 Honda Accord vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 539 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (341 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (217 Nm). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Accord | Rexton |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 341 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |