2006 Acura RL vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 319 kg more than 2006 Acura RL.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. 2006 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2007 SsangYong Rexton has manual transmission. 2007 SsangYong Rexton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Acura | SsangYong |
| Model | RL | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |
