2005 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. 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 69 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Rexton | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rexton | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1781 cc |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
