2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 458 kg more than 2008 SsangYong Rexton.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Express | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
