2005 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2005 SsangYong Rexton and 2005 Volvo S80 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 (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 384 kg more than 2005 Volvo S80.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo S80. 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 (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S80. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2005 SsangYong Rexton | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
Make | SsangYong | Volvo |
Model | Rexton | S80 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.4 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1467 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |