2006 Lexus RX vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 Lexus RX is newer by 1 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Lexus RX. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 360 kg more than 2006 Lexus RX. 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, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus RX. (283 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus RX | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Lexus | SsangYong |
| Model | RX | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
