2005 Peugeot 307 vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton

To start off, both 2005 Peugeot 307 and 2005 SsangYong Rexton were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,874 cc, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 623 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 307. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Peugeot 307 2005 SsangYong Rexton
Make Peugeot SsangYong
Model 307 Rexton
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 2874 cc
Horse Power 134 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 181 Nm 307 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 2250 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1277 kg 1900 kg
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 80 L


 

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