2006 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 491 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2008 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Accord | Rexton |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 78 L |