2005 Honda HR-V 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 HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 593 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda HR-V | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | HR-V | Rexton |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1902 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |