2005 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (362 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 453 kg more than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (525 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz G | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | G | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 80 L |
