2006 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 600 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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2006 SsangYong Rexton | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
Model | Rexton | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2696 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |