2005 Lexus RX vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus RX would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus RX (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 128 kg more than 2005 Lexus RX.
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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus RX. (328 Nm). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus RX | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Lexus | SsangYong |
| Model | RX | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1844 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |
