2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 443 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2010 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (250 Nm). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Hyundai | SsangYong |
| Model | Tucson | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
