2006 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 2006 SsangYong Rexton and 2006 Volkswagen Jetta were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 703 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta.
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2006 SsangYong Rexton | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
Model | Rexton | Jetta |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2696 cc | 1981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |