2005 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton

To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 98 kg more than 2006 SsangYong Rexton.

Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mitsubishi Grandis 2006 SsangYong Rexton
Make Mitsubishi SsangYong
Model Grandis Rexton
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2343 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 119 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 211 Nm 318 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 89.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 200 km/hour 182 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10 seconds 9.9 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2000 kg 1902 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 15.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 80 L


 

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