2006 Lexus GS vs. 2003 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 Lexus GS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GS (245 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 156 kg more than 2006 Lexus GS.
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 Lexus GS (312 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus GS | 2003 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Lexus | SsangYong |
| Model | GS | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |
