2005 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2005 SsangYong Rexton and 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 102 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 586 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Volkswagen Golf. 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) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (172 Nm). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Rexton | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rexton | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1982 cc |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1314 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
