2005 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 4 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 113 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 407 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Rexton.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. 2009 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Rexton has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Rexton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Rexton | 2009 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rexton | Touran |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1896 cc |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2307 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
